25 of Lancashire's best hidden gems to try in 2024 if you haven't already

By Sean Gleaves

Published 30th May 2024, 18:23 BST

Delightful destinations that should be on your list of places to visit in Lancashire.

We asked residents to share Lancashire’s best hidden gems, including attractions, venues, bars and more.

In no particular order, here are 25 of their suggestions:

The Regent is an antiques, vintage, craft and retro emporium spanning three floors in an old 1920's cinema | 4.5 out of 5 (595 Google reviews) | "Great food, friendly service and interesting place."

1. The Regent Cinema, Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3NY

The Regent is an antiques, vintage, craft and retro emporium spanning three floors in an old 1920's cinema | 4.5 out of 5 (595 Google reviews) | "Great food, friendly service and interesting place." | GooglePhoto: Google

Preston’s newest permanent entertainment space | 4.4 out of 5 (21 Google reviews) | "Great range of drinks and pricing is very sensible for such a high standard."

2. Chew's Yard

Preston’s newest permanent entertainment space | 4.4 out of 5 (21 Google reviews) | "Great range of drinks and pricing is very sensible for such a high standard." | ContributedPhoto: Contributed

Spitfire Visitor Centre is at Hangar 42 at Blackpool Airport | 4.8 out of 5 (352 Google reviews) | "Brilliant place run by enthusiastic and knowledgeable people."

3. Spitfire Visitor Centre

Spitfire Visitor Centre is at Hangar 42 at Blackpool Airport | 4.8 out of 5 (352 Google reviews) | "Brilliant place run by enthusiastic and knowledgeable people." | Daniel MartinoPhoto: Daniel Martino

Chain House Lane, Preston, PR4 4LB | 4.8 out of 5 (777 Google reviews) | "Nice place for families with children, good stuff and great atmosphere."

4. Turbary Woods Owl and Birds of Prey Sanctuary

Chain House Lane, Preston, PR4 4LB | 4.8 out of 5 (777 Google reviews) | "Nice place for families with children, good stuff and great atmosphere." | ContributedPhoto: Contributed

Lancashire Residents

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